1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Crown |
Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 24 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |