1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 34 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 575 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, 1997 Toyota Camry, 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Camry |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
