2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 248 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona.
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 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona. 2008 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1963 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1963 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
