1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Pony is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
