2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 81 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Fiat Seicento 1981 Toyota Corsa
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Seicento Corsa
Year Released 2002 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1114 cc 1452 cc
Horse Power 53 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2510 mm