1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 52 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 365 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1100 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
