1966
Toyota Corolla KE10
The original Corolla arrived with a 1.1-litre engine in a lightweight body and immediately became Japan's best-seller. It set Toyota on the path to producing the world's most popular car nameplate, eventually surpassing 50 million units sold.
Compact Sedan
Shared Parts
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 1.1L OHV Inline-4 (K) |
| Displacement | 1,077 cc |
| Horsepower | 60 hp |
| Torque | 83 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Fuel Economy | 7.5 L/100km |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h |
| Length | 3,845 mm |
| Width | 1,480 mm |
| Height | 1,380 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,285 mm |
| Curb Weight | 720 kg |
| MSRP Range | ¥432,000 (1966 Japan) |