1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
