1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 311 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Cube |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |