1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 285 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |