2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |