1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1957 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 625 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1100 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |