2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
