1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 135 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
