1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |