1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corona | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
