1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Lotus 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 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Will |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
