2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 186 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
