1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Armadillo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Armadillo would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Armadillo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Armadillo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 918 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
