1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 317 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.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
