1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 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 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |