1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1972 Triumph Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1900 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
