1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 44 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Corsair | B2300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |