1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |