1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Cortina | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |