1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 1100 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 753 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |