1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 860 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
