2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
