1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 664 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsair | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
