1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Corolla | Centura |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
