2001 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |