1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 695 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
