2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Rezzo | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rezzo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
