2009 Ford Flex vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 42 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 86 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
