1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 41 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 530 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 75 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
