1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 24 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, 1990 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Corsair weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
