2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | YRV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
