1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 170 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Roadster (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Roadster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |