1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 499 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, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |