1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 27 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 2003 Rover Streetwise, 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
