1971 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Cortina | 1996 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | 19 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |