1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
