1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 67 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1942 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
