2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |