1973 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1973 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE. 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | UTE | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |