1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |