2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Five Hundred | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
