1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Picanto |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 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 | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 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 |