1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
