1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Toyota | Ascari |
Model | Corona | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2636 mm |