1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 47 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 255 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 1100 | SC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
