1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 365 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
