1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 44 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 938 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 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
