1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |