2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |