1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 36 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
