1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 22 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Corsair weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1966 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsair | Nova |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
