1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 31 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 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Corsair | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |