1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1100 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
