1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 50 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 225 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1100 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |