1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 605 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
