1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 30 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 300 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. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
