1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
