1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1967 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |