Toyota , Corolla , E30/E40/E50/E60 , 1.2 (1974-1979)

Engine and Performance

• The Toyota Corolla E-series (E30/E40/E50/E60) was powered by a 1.2L inline-four engine.
• Engine displacement: 1,187cc (74mm x 71.5mm bore and stroke).
• Carburetor: D16 single-barrel carburetor with a 7-inch long intake manifold.
• Compression ratio: 8.6:1.
• Power output:
  • E30/E40 (1974-1976): 45PS (33kW) at 5,200rpm and 72Nm (6.9kgm) of torque at 3,000rpm.
  • E50/E60 (1977-1979): 48PS (35.3kW) at 5,600rpm and 75Nm (7.6kgm) of torque at 4,000rpm.

Transmission

• The Corolla E-series came with a 4-speed manual transmission as standard.
• A 3-speed automatic transmission was available as an option on some models.

Dimensions and Weights

• Length: 3,945mm (E30/E40) / 3,955mm (E50/E60).
• Width: 1,595mm.
• Height: 1,370mm.
• Wheelbase: 2,180mm.
• Curb weight:
  • E30/E40: approximately 780-830kg ( manual)/850-900kg (automatic).
  • E50/E60: approximately 790-840kg (manual)/860-910kg (automatic).

Safety Features and Interior

• The Corolla E-series had a basic interior with cloth upholstery, vinyl dashboard, and a simple instrument cluster.
• Safety features included:
  • A lap-and-shoulder belt was available as an option on some models.

External Design

• The E30/E40 had a distinct " Coke bottle" shape with a curved profile and rectangular headlights.
• The E50/E60 featured a slightly revised front grille, but retained the same overall profile.

Production Numbers and Availability

• The Toyota Corolla E-series was produced from 1974 to 1979 in various countries, including Japan, Europe, and Australia.
• Total production numbers for the E-series are estimated to be around 2.8 million units worldwide.