1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
