1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 995 kg more than 1954 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1100 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |