2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
