2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Carol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
