1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 16 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
