1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |