1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 202 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |