1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 22 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 305 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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 1976 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
