1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
