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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) 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. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 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, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 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 | 1593 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
