1969 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Ford Festiva

To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 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, 1969 Ford Corsair (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Corsair weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, 1969 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Corsair 1988 Ford Festiva
Make Ford Ford
Model Corsair Festiva
Year Released 1969 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 57 HP
Torque 101 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2300 mm


 

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