1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1140 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 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |