1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1340 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |