1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
