1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno, 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
