1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 42 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1019 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1100 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
