1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 128 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2601 mm |