2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 524 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Sedici | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
