1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 54 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 327 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2011 Honda Fit 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. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
