1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 460 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2013 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
