1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 41 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100.
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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
