1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
