1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 428 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 Hyundai ix20, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | ix20 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2615 mm |