1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 710 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |