1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 516 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
