1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 43 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
