1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 2,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 87 L |
