2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
