1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Crown (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 740 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
