1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 40 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 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Echo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |