1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
Model | 1100 | Rapier |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |