2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ecobasic would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 739 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic, 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Ecobasic 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Ecobasic Condor
Year Released 2001 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 756 kg 1495 kg


 

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