1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Carina | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
