1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 623 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
