1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
