2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 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 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 329 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, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
