1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
