1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850. 2010 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
