1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 130 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |