1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 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) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 48 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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Jazz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 42 L |