1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 324 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Avensis |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |