1969 Ford Corsair vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Corsair weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
