1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 59 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Pod |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |