1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
