1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 702 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | CC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
