1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 121 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.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Corona | FR-S |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |