1960 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 726 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Caddy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |