1990 Audi 200 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 25 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 449 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
