1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Fox |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2252 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |