1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
