1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 43 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
