1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 30 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Ignis |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 39 L |