2007 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 320 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 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |