1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
