1969 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corona | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Yaris |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |