The RT40 Sedan was the car that put Toyota on the map as a true global car manufacturer. With good looks, high build quality, reliable engineering and class leading trim. The Toyota Corona was a World Class vehicle.
The RT40 sedan sold extremely well in the United States, Europe and Australia. And Toyota's Corona received numerous automotive awards and honours including the 1969 U.S. "ROAD TEST'" magazine's Imported Car of the Year.
RT40 General Specifications:
For Australian Delivered Model.
The Corona RT40 Sedan weighed in at 920 kg and was powered by the reliable 55 kw 2R 1.5L engine. Power was upped to 61 kw in later models giving the RT40 a good power/weight ratio compared with many other 1960's small cars. Deluxe models received the 67 kw 1.6L 12R engine with luxury features and extra trims. 1600 S variants featured the 71 kw twin side draft 1.6L 4R engine with sports instruments/trim and reclining bucket seats.
Through the models life span 1964 - 1970 there were numerous visual alterations to the interior and exterior. Most notably things like the horn/indicator ring in 1967 was replaced by a more convential stalk. The rear lights, bumpers and grille design in 1968. And in 1969 the new look American styled dash instruments and ignition.
The 40/50 series Toyota Corona was available in a variety of different models. A 4 door sedan, a 2 door coupe, a 5 door hatch, a Station wagon and Pickup.
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