1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 50 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 697 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, 2003 Infiniti I, 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 1100 | I |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
