1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corolla | Ducato |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3460 mm |