1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | 130 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
