1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 42 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 520 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1100 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
