1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 32 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1044 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.
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, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
