1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Fiat Legram
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Legram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Legram (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100.
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, 1996 Fiat Legram, 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, 1996 Fiat Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Fiat Legram | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Legram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
