2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Cortina weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1967 Ford Cortina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
