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


 

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