1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 52 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1045 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 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2009 Lancia Thesis 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. 2009 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1100 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
