1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Kia Sportage, 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sportage |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |