1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1994 Steyr G-series 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Steyr G-series (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1165 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 1994 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 1100 | G-series |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
