1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1994 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
