1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 39 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 570 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 2006 Suzuki SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
