1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 34 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Corsair weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Corsair | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Corsair | VX220 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 54 L |