1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1609 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 1609 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
