1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cinquecento | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 897 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |