1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Tempra | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Crown |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |