1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 723 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |