1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Starlet | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
