1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 40 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 540 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 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
