1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | X1-9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
