1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 981 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
