2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Rossa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
