1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1964 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 258 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 1964 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
