1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
