1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
