1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 133 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 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
