1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Nova 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 1974 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Prius |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
