2009 Honda Fit vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 501 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |