1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1963 Fiat 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
