1999 Toyota Paseo vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 105 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Paseo | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
