1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 465 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1942 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
