1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 25 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | Corolla | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
