1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
