2004 Honda City vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | City | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |