1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 220 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |