1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2006 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |