1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1213 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
