1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
