1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1171 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 73 L |
