1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 243 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, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Note |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |