1957 Porsche 550 A vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 264 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 550 A | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 550 A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
