1957 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Corona | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Previa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
