1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 441 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |