2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, both vehicles can yield 118 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Fiorino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
