1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 694 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Bandeirante | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2301 mm |
