1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850.
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, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |