2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Strada | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |