1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
