1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Celica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 24 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |