1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 30 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Corsair | 75 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |