1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 755 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |