1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 3 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 285 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
