1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2210 mm |
