1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 825 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (197 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
