1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |