1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 37 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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cortina | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 32 L |
