1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Fiat Vivace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1986 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Vivace | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |