1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
