2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
