1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fiat 600 1995 Toyota Corolla
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 600 Corolla
Year Released 1955 1995
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 633 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2470 mm