1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 218 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600.
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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | 1600 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |