1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
