1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 1100 | 300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |