2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
