1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |