1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1100 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 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |