1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
