1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 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, 1955 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
