2009 Honda Fit vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 19 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |