2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 33 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 898 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | KB | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
