1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 46 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 462 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
