2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
