1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
