1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
