1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
