1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 49 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 530 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 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1100 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
