1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
