1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie, 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 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Covie |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
