1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Seicento | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |