1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |