1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 470 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 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
