2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 448 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 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
