1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Corona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |