1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 48 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2788 mm |
