1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 54 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1069 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 561 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1362 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zenvo |
| Model | 1100 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3055 mm |
