1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 333 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, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |