2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 36 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 735 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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |