1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1984 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota MR2 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 90 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, 1984 Toyota MR2 (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |