1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 46 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 542 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Cube |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
