1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 34 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto.
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, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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 Kia Picanto (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 35 L |
