1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 955 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
