1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 775 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 480 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
