1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1951 Hudson Hornet
To start off, 1963 Ford Cortina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 4,810 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Hudson Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Hudson Hornet (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Hudson Hornet should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1951 Hudson Hornet | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Cortina | Hornet |
Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |