2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 59 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Brava | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |