1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | 616 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
