1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 46 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 326 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, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Juke |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
