2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, both vehicles can yield 144 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
