1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 447 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |