2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
