1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Ford Toyota
Model Cortina Yaris
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 42 L


 

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