1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 42 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 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina.
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, 2006 Isuzu KB (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | KB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
