1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
