1984 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Century 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 1984 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1984 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Century | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Century | 500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2301 mm |