1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 158 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corona | 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |