1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Corona | TR4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |