1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 1980 Subaru DL is newer by 24 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | DL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
