1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 214 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Cortina | 2007 Proton Satria | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Cortina | Satria |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |