2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Fiorino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
