1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 29 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair.
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, 1995 Rover 400, 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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
