1964 Sunbeam Imp vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, both 1964 Sunbeam Imp and 1964 Toyota Corona were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 193 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Imp.
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:
| 1964 Sunbeam Imp | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Imp | Corona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
