1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1975 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
