1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 48 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 101 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corona | 2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |