1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Fiat 500 1971 Toyota Corolla
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 500 Corolla
Year Released 1963 1971
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 46 L


 

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