1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 42 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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 Pod (430 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Pod |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |