1957 Talbot Sport vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Sport (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Sport weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Sport | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Corona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
