1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corsica | Crown |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |