1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |