1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 34 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
