1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1983 Innocenti 990 is newer by 26 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990, 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, 1983 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 1100 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
