1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
