1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Corsair | 929 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |