1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
