1958 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Toyota Corona | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Beetle |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |