1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 235 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, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
