1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
