1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Corona weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 127, 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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |