1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 37 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corona | i10 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |