1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 49 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 151 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, 2011 Kia Picanto, 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, 2011 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
