2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 373 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.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
