1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
