1962 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Corona | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Echo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
