1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1336 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 87 L |
