1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
