1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
