1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1684 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 |
