1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corolla | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |