1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Mirafiori | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |