1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 339 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Cortina | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
