1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M14 weights approximately 320 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Fiat | Noble |
Model | 1100 | M14 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |