1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
