1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 480 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | BRZ |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |