1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Argento Viva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
