1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3120 mm |
