1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 58 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 1100 | Ghost |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3465 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |