2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 113 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Sedici | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
