1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 196 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
