1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
