1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
