1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
