1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |