2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |