1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 32 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Mint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Mint (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint.
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, 2005 Tata Mint, 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, 2005 Tata Mint (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Mint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2005 Tata Mint | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Cortina | Mint |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |