1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 405 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Cortina | AIV |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |