1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 31 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 280 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corolla | T 350 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |