1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 17 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Record |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
