1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Cortina | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
