1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Honda Logo
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Logo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 2002 Honda Logo | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Logo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |