1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 47 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Corsair | ix20 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2615 mm |