1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina, 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |