1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II, 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
