1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | FX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2885 mm |
