1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 33 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Lantra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |