1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Hit | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
