1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 2100 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 2100 Tundra
Year Released 1959 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2052 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 934 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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