1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 55 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1100 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
