1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |