1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 714 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1995 Innocenti Elba has manual transmission. 1995 Innocenti Elba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Elba | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
