2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 198 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |