1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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. 1967 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Cortina 1967 Avanti Avanti
Make Ford Avanti
Model Cortina Avanti
Year Released 1970 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 5352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 68 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2780 mm


 

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