1979 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1979 Fiat 128 and 1979 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 128. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 128, 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. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 128 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Fiat 128 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 128 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |