1969 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Sport 800 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sport 800 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 788 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |