1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina, 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |