1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 29 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
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, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
