1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (49 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (100 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
