1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2004 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
