2004 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Caldina | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |