2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
