1973 Honda Life vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |