2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1957 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 162 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 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2009 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Accent 1957 Toyota Corona
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Accent Corona
Year Released 2009 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 64 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 7.0:1
Top Speed 176 km/hour 90 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1122 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L