1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 479 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 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Corsair | Forester |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |