2005 Tata E vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Tata E 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 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata E | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
