1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 70 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
