1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
