1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 395 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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. 1981 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 553 F1 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
