1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Corsair | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
