1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1062 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 95 L |
