1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
