1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corsa | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1407 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |