2008 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 242 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
