2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Fiorino | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
