1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 130 | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |