1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |