2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 44 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
