1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Elba (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Cortina | Elba |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |