1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 445 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Prius |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
