1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
