1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
