1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
