2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |