1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 90 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Corsair | Equator |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |