1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 237 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
