1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 482 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 021 C | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
