1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 28 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 529 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, 1993 Rover 800, 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 800 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
