1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 38 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Life |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |