1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 580 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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Altima |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |