1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 845 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1100 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |