Grade | Van | |
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Model type & weight |
Model type | P |
Curb mass(kg) | 980 | |
Dimensions | Length(mm) | 4215 |
Width(mm) | 1550 | |
Height(mm) | 1465 | |
Wheelbase(mm) | 2450 | |
Engine | Engine code | P |
Engine type | In-line 4-cylinder, OHV | |
Displacement(cm3) | 1198 | |
Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/55/5000 |
* | The specifications are those of representative model grades. |
* | Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively. |
* | The model numbers of these vehicles are PT46V(1200), PT46(1200), PT46P(1200). |
Plant | Kanto Auto Works,Ltd. |
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"Toyopet" : The Toyopet brand name was chosen in a public naming competition. The "corona" is the ring of pearly light around the sun. The name was apt for this robust and approachable family car.
The third-generation Corona became the best-selling car within four months of its debut, and remained in the top spot until superseded by the Corolla in 1968. It also became the first model to sell a million units in Japan. The boxy body design that followed the then popular flat-deck styling was accentuated by the "arrow line" -- the line on each side of the body running from above the front bumper all the way to the rear. The four headlamps also gave the Corona its characteristic appearance.
In addition to the 4-door sedan, there were some other body variations including 2- and 4-door vans, and 2-door single- and double-cab pickup trucks. In July 1965, the first 2-door hardtop in Japan was added to the line, followed by a 5-door sedan in November. The latter, a multi-purpose hatchback sedan, presented a highly advanced design to the private car market in Japan. Initially, a 1,490 cc inline 4-cylinder OHV 70 PS unit (2R) was the only available engine. The transmission was either a 4-speed manual or a 2-speed Toyoglide automatic. In April 1968, the newly added Golden series featured a 1,600 cc SOHC engine (7R series).
The third-generation Corona also became Toyota's first passenger car that was widely accepted in overseas markets, including the U.S.