1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |