1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 482 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
