1972 Fiat 128 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 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 224 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
