1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |