1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 964 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
