1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1163 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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Jazz |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |