1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 32 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 35 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.
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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 1100 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
