1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 111 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1040 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
