1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Kestrel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
