1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
