1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1981 Toyota Cressida is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 46 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Fiat 1400 | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |