1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1984 Toyota Crown is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 480 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
