1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 765 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1941 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1941 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
