1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1955 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
