1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 35 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 165 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 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
