2001 Ford Puma vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 30 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Puma weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma, 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, 2001 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
