1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 46 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1094 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 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
