1963 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 44 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Corona | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Pickup |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |