1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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 (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Yaris |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |