1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 252 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | Versa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
