1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Jazz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |