1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 544 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, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
