1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
