1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. 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 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |