1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1100 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
