1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Mazda R 360 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 1963 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair, 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 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1770 mm |
