1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
