1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Vega 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 1973 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |