2007 Suzuki Ignis vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Ignis | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
