1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 36 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Ka |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
