1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 43 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 150 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash, 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, 1967 Ford Cortina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Splash |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |