1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 484 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |