2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 117 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
