1999 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |