1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1969 Triumph 1300 is newer by 16 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 1300 (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1100 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
