1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01, 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
