1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 40 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 360 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Cortina | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
