1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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.
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 Suzuki Ignis, 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 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Ignis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |