2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |