1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
