1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost

To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 56 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Fiat 1100 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Make Fiat Rolls-Royce
Model 1100 Ghost
Year Released 1956 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5570 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3465 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 83 L