1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 303 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2489 mm |
