1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 717 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |