1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
