1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2, 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 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
