1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Toyota Solara, 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Solara |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |