1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 754 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Model F |
Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2240 mm |