1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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 Chevrolet Spark, 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 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1100 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
