1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 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 127 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
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, 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
