1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1953 Fiat 1100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Chrysler Windsor | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Windsor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
