1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 27 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 429 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
Make | Ford | Pininfarina |
Model | Cortina | Rossa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 485 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 570 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |