2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 1983 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
