2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Toyota Corona (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1957 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | R2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
