1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
