1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 37 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 820 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 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |