1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1972 Triumph Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Triumph Toledo (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1100 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
