1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 799 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.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Corolla | 75 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
