1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 292 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Accent |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |