1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303

To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 224 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Cortina 1967 Volkswagen 1303
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Cortina 1303
Year Released 1972 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 40 L


 

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