2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
