1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 99 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsair | Colt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
