1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
