2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
