1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 45 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1000 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 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
