2003 Rover 75 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover 75 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
