2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
