1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 347 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 Mazda 2, 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 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
