2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea, 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
