1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
