1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 37 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 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 620 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, 2008 Seat Exeo, 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Corolla | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2642 mm |
