1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 44 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 515 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 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
