1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
