1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1962 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1970 Ford Cortina | 1962 BMW Isetta | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | Isetta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 13 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1510 mm |