2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |