1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1949 Maserati 4
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Maserati 4 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 315 kg more than 1949 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1949 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Cortina | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
