1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
