1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 366 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1989 Nissan Micra, 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Micra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
