1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 513 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Altima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
