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Toyota Corolla Hatch III (E30, E40, E50, E60) 1.6 (73 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Corolla:
The Toyota Corolla is a series of compact cars manufactured and marketed globally by the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. Introduced in 1966, the Corolla has been the world's best-selling automobile nameplate of all time since 1997, when it surpassed the Volkswagen Beetle. Toyota reached the milestone of 50 million Corollas sold over twelve generations in 2021.
The name Corolla is part of Toyota's naming tradition of using names derived from the Toyota Crown for sedans, with "corolla" Latin for "small crown". The Corolla has always been exclusive in Japan to Toyota Corolla Store locations, and manufactured in Japan with a twin, called the Toyota Sprinter until 2000. From 2006 to 2018 in Japan and much of the world, and from 2018 to 2020 in Taiwan, the hatchback companion had been called the Toyota Auris....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatch III (E30, E40, E50, E60) Overview:
Toyota Corolla (Hatch III (E30, E40, E50, E60)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (73 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 73 Hp 1.6-liter engine provided a balanced performance, offering sufficient power for daily driving and maintaining reasonable cruising speeds without feeling overly strained.
Fuel Economy
Slightly better fuel efficiency than its higher-powered counterpart, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing economy over outright speed.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Practical and economical for its era
- • Simple, easy to maintain mechanics
- • Compact size made it agile in urban settings
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Modest performance, especially with smaller engines
- • Limited comfort and refinement compared to later generations
- • Dated styling and interior features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe III (E30, E40, E50, E60): 1975 - 1980).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Corolla |
| Generation: | Hatch III (E30, E40, E50, E60) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (73 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1980 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 73 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2T More details about the engine 2T |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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