1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 678 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corona | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |