2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 910 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
