1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 347 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | RunX |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1122 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |