2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |