1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 40 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
