1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 40 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, 2006 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 415 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Prius, 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, 2006 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Prius |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
