2011 Nissan Altima vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 440 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Altima | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Corona |
Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2510 mm |