1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 81 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 941 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
