1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 42 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
