1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1972 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 1972 Toyota Corona
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Fellow Corona
Year Released 1970 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 356 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 465 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2590 mm