1957 Allard GT vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 108 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1957 Allard GT 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 Allard GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
