1959 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Toyota Corona | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Corona | Carnival |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |