1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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 Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Croma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
