1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
