1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corsa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |