1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |