1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 34 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
