1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
