2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1963 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1963 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | U4 B | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
