1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 39 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
