2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
