2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 413 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Caldina | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
