1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
