1963 Toyota Corona vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Corona | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corona | Astra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
