1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 785 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara, 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
