2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1970 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Altezza 1970 Toyota Corona
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Altezza Corona
Year Released 2001 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1857 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 51 L


 

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