1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 35 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corona | i20 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |