1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1649 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Fiat 500 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 87 L |