1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
