1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 37 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | i20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2525 mm |
