2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Seicento | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |