2011 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat 500 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corona |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |