2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |