1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,076 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 68 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1966 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |