1994 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
