1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1973 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Sixty | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
