2001 Suzuki Covie vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Covie (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Covie | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Covie | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
