1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 65 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Yaris |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |