1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Coupe |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |