2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 368 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Sedici | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
