2003 Proton Tiara vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Tiara, 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
