1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 546 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 1948 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
