1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 70 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
