1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
