1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 Fiat Dino 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 1971 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
