2005 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 156 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |