Toyota Corolla I Sprinter (E10) 1100 (60 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion 3.7 / 5

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)

I Sprinter (E10) Overview:

Toyota Corolla (I Sprinter (E10)). With 83 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 720 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 135 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1100 (60 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers relaxed driving with its automatic transmission, though performance is noticeably milder than the manual variants due to power loss.

Fuel Economy

Acceptable fuel economy for an early automatic, slightly higher consumption than the manual due to transmission losses and technology of the era.

Best Use Case: City commuting, relaxed cruising.

reddit Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 50% Neutral: 33% Issues: 17%
rating
3.7 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 18 discussions

Read What Owners Say
👍 POSITIVE
2014 Corolla here, closing in on 120,000miles and the only repair I’ve had to make was during covid when mice ate some wires because my car sat in the driveway too long. If I’m being honest I’m painfully bored of the car at this point and on the verge of buying something much less practical but the corolla has been such a champ for me for 7+ years now.
👍 POSITIVE
It’s true. It’s like a rite of passage. I had a 98 rolla and drove that bitch to extinction. I did so much shit to it when I was younger, I abused it and it never let me down. I had doubts as to how far I’d feel like taking it but I drove that shit on hella road trips surprisingly. It was a good car, loyal. No issues ever. Just get the oil change and you good. I miss it, I’ll never forget when I w
😐 NEUTRAL
The corrolla is and always has been a car you buy because you don't really care. It's a car. It gets good gas mileage. It won't break down. It's safe. It's not aggressively ugly in any way. You can't point at anything that is "wrong" with it. It is a turkey and cheese sandwich on white bread and that's exactly what many people want.
😐 NEUTRAL
the corolla is a $30k car now?
👍 POSITIVE
I just read the article to see where the civic really gets the winning advantage over the corolla and there is no punch line lol Stupid article I rather the Corolla and not worry about the turbo problems 200,000 down the road Then again I would never buy a car and own for that long
👍 POSITIVE
I'll give it to Toyota that the Corolla looks much better this year. Much better.
👎 NEGATIVE
"Trust us, no one will look at your Corolla XSE and think "basic transportation." Everyone is always going to think Corollas are basic transportation.......
👎 NEGATIVE
Corolla's are one of the least joyful cars to drive. Absolutely hate those things. Had one as a loaner once and it was a newer one, 2018.......no, never again.
👍 POSITIVE
The ultimate test of good maintenance and luck.
👍 POSITIVE
Wear and tear comes more from either excess grit, or heavyhanded driving, so if you use the vehicle smoothly and maintain things like oil properly most vehicles can very long time without too much trouble.


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent fuel economy for its era, especially manual variants.
  • • Renowned Toyota reliability and durability.
  • • Compact, lightweight, and agile handling.
  • • Simple mechanicals, making maintenance straightforward.
  • • Historical significance as the first Corolla generation.

Cons:

  • • Basic safety features by modern standards.
  • • Limited power output compared to contemporary vehicles.
  • • Rudimentary comfort and interior amenities.
  • • Potentially noisy at higher speeds due to engine and lack of insulation.
  • • Parts availability can be challenging for restoration.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I 2-door sedan (E10): 1966 - 1970).

General:
Brand:Toyota
Model:Corolla
Generation:I Sprinter (E10)
Modification (Engine):1100 (60 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:1968
End of production:1970
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:5
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:60 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:55.7 Hp/l
Torque:83 Nm @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:K [Same engine] More details about the engine K
Engine displacement:1077
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHV
Engine oil capacity:2.7 l
Coolant:4.7 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:75 mm mm
Piston Stroke:61 mm mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.1 l/100 km
Maximum speed:135 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12 kg/Hp, 83.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.7 kg/Nm, 115.3 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:720
Max. weight:995
Max load:275
Fuel tank capacity:36 l
Size:
Length:3845 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1485 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1345 mm mm [35mm less]
Wheelbase:2285 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1230 mm
Rear (Back) track:1220 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):170 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.1 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears2
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesDrum, 200.66 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum, 200.66 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Front suspensionIndependent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionRigid axle suspension, Leaf spring

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