1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 475 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Corsair | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
