1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 48 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 595 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, 2002 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
