1976 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma, 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Toyota | Zagato |
| Model | Corolla | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
