2001 Ford Puma vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Puma weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
