2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 267 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1107 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
