1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
