1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 85 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
