1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 50 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 356 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
