1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
