2001 Toyota FXS vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota FXS | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FXS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
