1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,287 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvair | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
