1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
