1996 Rover 200 vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
