1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 17 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 246 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
