1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 40 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Cortina | M14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
