1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1979 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Cortina weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
