1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | i20 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2525 mm |