1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 800 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
