1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Avella |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |