1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (328 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat 500 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 500 Sienna
Year Released 1966 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 22 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 76 L


 

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