1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 466 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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | i30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
