2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
