1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1070 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
