1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Carina | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
