1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
