1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 28 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 184 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 1100 | Stellar |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |