1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (63 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
