1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 38 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 312 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.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
