1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 41 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 291 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, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
