2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 436 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Sonata | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |