1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Brava | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
