2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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 Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
