2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
