1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Cortina | Corsa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |