1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 41 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 222 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1100 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
