2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |