1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 56 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 235 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, 2010 Audi A1, 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, 2010 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1100 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |
