2008 Toyota Prius vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
