1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corsa | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 997 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
