1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 47 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 770 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
