2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 36 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 155 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, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |