1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Siena |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
