1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 545 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 Rover 600, 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 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
