1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
