1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
