1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 38 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 24 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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, 2008 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
