1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |