1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 996 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
