1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |