1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 42 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 930 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Corolla | Vantage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |