2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
