1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 171 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
