1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1100 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |