1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 715 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |