1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
