1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Astra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |