1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 34 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 447 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | i40 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |